Monte Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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The Vine
"Excellent location, staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Rooms showing their age. Smart switches and TV service were finicky and unreliable. No ability to access or use Netflix, Amazon Prime or cast from your phone. Mattress had indents on both sides, needed to be replaced."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Saccharum Resort
"Beautiful and perfect 5 star hotel."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
"The hotel and facilities are excellent and the staff very friendly. The only problem was that the service was very slow. There seemed a lack of urgency in attending to the guests."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Village Cabo Girao
"Fantastic stay at Village Cabo Girao. The appartment was spacious and clean. Kitchen well equipped. Amazing views. Restaurant staff were welcoming and super friendly, special mention to Madalena and Maria. Food was delicious, ate twice at restaurant. Kids had a great time in the swimming pools. Tennis ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026

Dom Pedro Garajau
"No wifi other than in reception , and the room was alot different than in the pictures but other than that everything was good ."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Terrace Mar
"This is a mixed review as generally the hotel is very nice, lovely pool area on the roof, room with kitchenette was great. House keeping was fantastic they do an amazing job, so clean. The negatives were the air-conditioning defaults to 28degrees all the time, you set it to a temperature, 10 minutes ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Popular places to visit

Funchal Farmers Market
During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Town Square
Defined by its striking black-and-white tiling, Funchal’s main square is surrounded by some of the city’s most interesting historic attractions.

Madeira Botanical Garden
One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

Monte Palace Gardens
More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.

Funchal Municipal Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Funchal Municipal Garden, a lovely green space in Sé. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.

Palheiro Gardens
Go for a stroll in these charming gardens, known for their rare and unique design, to see indigenous plants mingled with exotic species.
Activities

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer




